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Instructions for Mounting, Using, and Caring for 4. 72 Inch Gun, Armstrong 40 Caliber, Mounted on Barbette Carriage, Armstrong (Classic Reprint): October 28, 1904: October 28, 1904 (Classic Reprint) - Brossura

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9781333884130: Instructions for Mounting, Using, and Caring for 4. 72 Inch Gun, Armstrong 40 Caliber, Mounted on Barbette Carriage, Armstrong (Classic Reprint): October 28, 1904: October 28, 1904 (Classic Reprint)

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Essential guide to mounting and operating the Armstrong 4.72-inch gun on a barbette carriage, with practical how-to and safety notes for today’s readers.

This historical manual provides detailed information on the gun, its cradle mounting, and the associated mechanisms. It covers description, breech operation, firing systems, and how the carriage integrates with sighting, elevation, and traversal gear. The volume also outlines care, maintenance, and dismantling steps designed to keep the equipment in working order.

What you’ll experience in the book:

  • Clear explanations of the mounting, recoil, and hydraulic systems that control the gun.
  • Descriptions of safety features around the firing pin, breech block, and electrical/percussion firing options.
  • Step-by-step guidance for maintenance, lubrication, cleaning, and oiling of bearing parts.
  • Procedures for filling, inspecting, and disassembling components for service and inspection.

Ideal for readers of early 20th‑century artillery manuals, military historians, and collectors seeking a practical, historically grounded reference.

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9780365146919: Instructions for Mounting, Using, and Caring for 4. 72 Inch Gun, Armstrong 40 Caliber, Mounted on Barbette Carriage, Armstrong: October 28, 1904 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0365146919 ISBN 13:  9780365146919
Casa editrice: Forgotten Books, 2019
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